Intro - I've had the opportunity to be in the presence of a number of "great" men. Some of these were preachers, professors, authors, politictions, and even the president of the United States. The anticipated arrival of a great man causes a great deal of excitement and zeal. But there is One who is yet to come who will cause the greatest impact the world has ever seen. He is the King of Kings and He is coming soon!

• The Second COMING of Jesus - v. 7



• the Statement of His Coming



• the Stages of His Coming



• Rapture of the Church



• Return of the King



• the Situation of His Coming



• the Redeemed



• the Recognition



• the Reaction



• The Sovereign CLAIMS of Jesus- v. 8



• Always Present



• All Powerful -

Conclusion - This Passage is a prophesy of Christ's Second Coming to this earth. But 7 years prior to that, Jesus will catch His Bride (true Believers) away in the Rapture of the Church. Are you Ready for His coming? Is there something you need to get settled first?